Airport Comparison
Palm Island Airport (PMK) to Recife (REC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Palm Island Airport (PMK) in Palm Island Airport, Australia to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) in Recife, Brazil is 17,021 kilometers (10,576 miles / 9,190 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south at a heading of 177°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Australia with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:27 in Palm Island Airport, it's 18:27 in Recife. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Recife (REC) to Palm Island Airport (PMK) follows a heading of 183° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Palm Island Airport (PMK) and Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.